Imagine a carefully made bottle of whisky that has been aged for decades, only to have it tragically shot back at it in a flash. Don’t give in to your inner cowboy and take a shot of whisky like water. The famous blender for companies like Whyte & Mackay, Dalmore, and Jura, Richard Paterson, has […]
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How a Cask’s Background Influences Your Whisky’s Flavor
Once you immerse yourself in the whisky culture, you’ll learn that oak casks play a crucial role in determining the final flavor profile of your favorite beverage. Sure, the basics are grains, water, and yeast. That crystal-pure liquid is merely a spirit until it spends at least three years aging in an oak cask. The […]
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Whisky Auctions in 2023: A Market Review
With the sale of the ‘perfect collection’ at Whisky Auctioneer, “perfection” is no longer just a theoretical concept. This collection, which Richard Goodings painstakingly put together over twenty years, is often regarded as the pinnacle of what a whisky connoisseur can accomplish. With a final tally of over £6.7 million, the auction broke the previous […]
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Nick Savage’s Move from Macallan to Bladnoch
The knowledge and foresight of a master distiller are two of the most important factors in the whisky business. These artists and designers are responsible for establishing the characteristics, tastes, and goals of a certain product. Nick Savage’s choice to leave the illustrious Macallan Distillery and join Bladnoch sent waves in the whisky world. Nick […]
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Accelerating the Whisky Maturation Process
Whisky is aged for a long time to develop its signature aroma and nuanced flavor. Whisky investors and connoisseurs have long held to this belief, respecting the long aging time required to turn raw spirits into liquid wealth. Distillers that think that shortening the maturing time of whisky is not only conceivable, but the future […]
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Alternative Investments Amidst Soaring Inflation
Inflation in the United Kingdom hit an all-time high of 9 percent in 1982. Now fast forward to the present day, and we see the same kind of economic unpredictability on the horizon. Scotch Whisky Investment has emerged as an appealing alternative to traditional investment routes as they have become more volatile. Safe Haven in […]
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The Scotch Whisky Industry in the Great War
As the war trumpet blasted across the European plains, everything changed drastically. The Scottish whisky sector was not spared the upheaval. The Scotch whisky industry was severely damaged during the Great War, often known as World War I. These wounds are still visible today. In honor of the countless lives lost during this time, I’d […]
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Methods Used To Mature Rum
The production and refinement of rum, the spirited drink most closely associated with the laid-back ambiance of the Caribbean and Central America, has a long and storied history. The maturation or aging process is a crucial step in the production of this delicious spirit, contributing significantly to its flavor and depth. Here, we shall shed […]
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Whiskey’s History and Traditions
A spirit as storied as it is delicious, full of nuance and complexity to delight both the uninitiated and the well-versed palate. What is Whisky? Whisky is a drink that requires careful balancing of ingredients and skillful production. The most frequent grain used to make whisky is malted barley, but rye, wheat, and even maize […]
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An Essex Woman’s Quest for Sustainability
Despite whisky’s reputation for conservatism, a new movement is gaining momentum thanks to the bold efforts of a former strategy consultant named Annabel Thomas. Thomas, as the founder of Highland Distillery Nc’nean, is shaking things up in the whisky industry by advocating for more sustainable methods and a greener approach. Nc’nean, a distillery, and a […]
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